Senior Project Manager - High Voltage

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Hitachi Energy seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead end-to-end execution of HV Dead Tank, Live Tank, and PASS breaker projects in the United States. You will coordinate engineering, supply chain, finance, and field teams, review contracts, and manage risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and high quality.

You will be the primary customer contact, driving progress and commercial closure. The role requires strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills, with PMP certification and

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in project execution, preferably within industrial or energy environments.
• Strong ability to lead, influence, and align diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Self-directed approach with strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP and Power BI experience is an advantage.
• PMP certification and knowledge of IEC and IEEE standards are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution for assigned breaker projects.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders across engineering, supply chain, finance, and execution.
• Review contracts, terms, and conditions to support project success.
• Prepare and maintain risk and opportunity management plans.
• Track material shipments, site receipts, and key milestones.
• Manage change requests and secure required approvals.
• Oversee project handover, documentation, and commercial closure.
• Act as the primary customer contact and lead regular progress reviews.

Skills

Project execution

Stakeholder leadership

On-time delivery

Communication

PMP certification

IEC/IEEE standards

MS Office

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

• Be part of a global organization advancing a more sustainable, electrified future

  Job Description:

  The Opportunity

  Join Hitachi Energy as a Senior Project Manager, supporting our HV Dead Tank, Live Tank, and PASS breaker product portfolio. In this role, you will lead the execution of complex, high‑impact projects that are critical to our customers and the global energy transition. You will work at the center of cross‑functional collaboration, coordinating internal teams and external partners to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within scope, and to the highest quality standards.

  This opportunity offers exposure to advanced energy technologies and major infrastructure projects, with the ability to influence outcomes from contract review through final commercial closure. You will be trusted to manage risks and opportunities, guide stakeholders through change, and serve as the primary point of contact for customers—building strong, transparent relationships along the way. If you are energized by responsibility, enjoy managing multiple priorities, and thrive in a performance‑driven environment, this role offers the chance to make a meaningful and visible impact.

  Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

  How You’ll Make an Impact

  • Lead end‑to‑end project execution for assigned breaker projects

  • Coordinate internal stakeholders across engineering, supply chain, finance, and execution

  • Review contracts, terms, and conditions to support project success

  • Prepare and maintain risk and opportunity management plans

  • Track material shipments, site receipts, and key milestones

  • Manage change requests and secure required approvals

  • Oversee project handover, documentation, and commercial closure

  • Act as the primary customer contact and lead regular progress reviews

  Your Background

  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in project execution, preferably within industrial or energy environments

  • Strong ability to lead, influence, and align diverse stakeholders

  • Demonstrated success delivering projects on time, within budget, and to quality standards

  • Self‑directed approach with strong communication and negotiation skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; SAP and Power BI experience is an advantage

  • PMP certification and knowledge of IEC and IEEE standards are highly preferred

  More About Us

  • Be part of a global organization advancing a more sustainable, electrified future

  • Thrive in a collaborative, inclusive culture that values continuous improvement

  • Access career growth and development opportunities across regions and functions

  What We Offer

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

  • Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

  • Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays

  • Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

  • Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits

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